Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.3 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bismarck, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Bonne Terre, MO
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If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Midwest, the 16.3-mile trip from Bismarck to Bonne Terre is a straightforward commute. You can easily complete this journey in about 25 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate within Missouri. Because the duration is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex logistics. This drive serves as a practical connection between these two local communities, providing a simple transition through the region.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Center Street | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| US 67 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| South Desloge Drive | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Front Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Taylor Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| MO 47 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wood Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bismarck, MO and Bonne Terre, MO.
Start on MO 32
Turn left onto South Front Street
Continue on Wood Drive
Continue on Municipal Drive
Turn right onto West Main Street
Turn left onto Community Drive
At end of road, turn left onto US 67 Business
Continue on US 67 Business; MO 8
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 67
Take the exit
Turn left onto MO 47
Turn slight left onto MO 47
Turn right onto MO E
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.8 and 16.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Community Drive
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 67 North: Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MO 47, MO K: Bonne Terre, Terre Du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto MO E / North Division Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.55 one way
$5.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bismarck on Tuesday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Bonne Terre on Tuesday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between communities. The route relies on a combination of Center Street, US 67, and South Desloge Drive to get you to your destination. Highway travel accounts for 24% of your total mileage, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 6.7 miles you spend on Center Street. This mix of road types creates a dynamic feel behind the wheel, shifting from local street driving to the more direct flow of US 67.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.8 miles in near West Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.8 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (Community Drive): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles: Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
262 ft
Total Descent
462 ft
Highest Point
1,029 ft
Elevation Range
304 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bismarck, MO and Bonne Terre, MO, road signs point toward Mo K: Bonne Terre and Terre Du Lac.
Mo K: Bonne Terre
Terre Du Lac
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 16.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (24%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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